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Seen: A devotional narrative of quiet faith and the God who sees
Some moments pass unnoticed by everyone but God.
In the crowded courts of the temple, amid the echo of coins and the rustle of linen, a widow gives all she has. Elsewhere, a tax collector stands at a distance, unable even to lift his eyes towards heaven. Both are easily overlooked by those around them. Neither is overlooked by God.
Seen is a work of biblical fiction that brings two powerful Gospel accounts to life through richly imagined characters, settings, and storytelling. Drawing upon the widow's offering and Jesus' parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, Craig Minty takes readers beyond the familiar verses, imagining the lives, circumstances, and unseen struggles that surround these extraordinary moments.
Through these interwoven narratives, readers encounter the pride that seeks recognition, the shame that longs for forgiveness, and the quiet faith that wonders whether its smallest offering could possibly matter.
Grounded in Scripture yet brought to life through imagination, Seen invites readers to experience these familiar accounts from a different perspective—and perhaps recognise something of themselves along the way.
The Pharisee. The tax collector. The widow.
Three lives. Two Gospel accounts. One extraordinary truth.
No one is ever unseen by God.
In the crowded courts of the temple, amid the echo of coins and the rustle of linen, a widow gives all she has. Elsewhere, a tax collector stands at a distance, unable even to lift his eyes towards heaven. Both are easily overlooked by those around them. Neither is overlooked by God.
Seen is a work of biblical fiction that brings two powerful Gospel accounts to life through richly imagined characters, settings, and storytelling. Drawing upon the widow's offering and Jesus' parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, Craig Minty takes readers beyond the familiar verses, imagining the lives, circumstances, and unseen struggles that surround these extraordinary moments.
Through these interwoven narratives, readers encounter the pride that seeks recognition, the shame that longs for forgiveness, and the quiet faith that wonders whether its smallest offering could possibly matter.
Grounded in Scripture yet brought to life through imagination, Seen invites readers to experience these familiar accounts from a different perspective—and perhaps recognise something of themselves along the way.
The Pharisee. The tax collector. The widow.
Three lives. Two Gospel accounts. One extraordinary truth.
No one is ever unseen by God.
134 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 10, 2026
About the author
Craig Minty
8 books9 followersCraig Minty holds degrees in Music, Education, and Theology and has spent over 25 years teaching and leading in Christian schools. Passionate about Scripture and character-driven storytelling, he writes with theological depth and emotional resonance, exploring how Jesus meets us with eyes of grace.
Following his debut novel It Was His Eyes, Craig’s second book, Planted for a Purpose, continues his mission to craft stories that inspire purpose and awaken faith. Beyond fiction, he is developing The Four C’s, a relational teaching model for secondary educators designed to foster meaningful, growth-oriented connections with students.
Based in Melbourne with his wife, Caroline, Craig enjoys travel, photography, culture, strong coffee, and conversations that matter.
Following his debut novel It Was His Eyes, Craig’s second book, Planted for a Purpose, continues his mission to craft stories that inspire purpose and awaken faith. Beyond fiction, he is developing The Four C’s, a relational teaching model for secondary educators designed to foster meaningful, growth-oriented connections with students.
Based in Melbourne with his wife, Caroline, Craig enjoys travel, photography, culture, strong coffee, and conversations that matter.
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August 17, 2026
😭😭😭 I just read this book in one sitting & am so deeply touched by these stories.
Craig has a way of taking stories that most of us know from the Bible & really making you think deeper about them. I loved the thought behind these stories being left open ended for a reason. I don’t want to spoil anything, so I won’t say too much about that, but wow! It was such a good point and I’m so blessed by this book! 🥹
What a beautiful reminder that God sees all of us, even when we can sometimes feel so unseen or unworthy in this life. 🤍🤍🤍
This book has a very special place in my heart. I can’t wait to share it with others.
Thank you to the author for the gifted e-arc. These thoughts are all my own.
Craig has a way of taking stories that most of us know from the Bible & really making you think deeper about them. I loved the thought behind these stories being left open ended for a reason. I don’t want to spoil anything, so I won’t say too much about that, but wow! It was such a good point and I’m so blessed by this book! 🥹
What a beautiful reminder that God sees all of us, even when we can sometimes feel so unseen or unworthy in this life. 🤍🤍🤍
This book has a very special place in my heart. I can’t wait to share it with others.
Thank you to the author for the gifted e-arc. These thoughts are all my own.
August 15, 2026
Have you ever felt invisible and unworthy of God’s love? If you answered yes, I encourage you to read this devotional Bible study. You can see examples from God’s word that He sees you & He loves you!
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